Oak Park Santa Barbara, California
Renovated
1982
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Classic DesignOutside the door
Redwood garden retreat
An acre of manicured gardens and deep verandas surrounds an 1871 Victorian home that still welcomes overnight guests.
What it’s good at
Notable
Continuous hospitality across generations, with afternoon wine served on the wrap-around verandas.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet residential blocks place the historic Arts & Theater District and Santa Barbara Public Market just around the corner.
The rooms
Freestanding garden cottages and main-house rooms display original redwood millwork, with select porches opening beside working fireplaces.
At the table
Bistro Amasa serves modern Californian cooking across the heated wrap-around veranda and brick garden patio.
How it began
Amasa Lincoln built the redwood property in 1871 as a boarding house, creating Southern California's oldest continuously operating hotel.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.